“Reclusive, scarred Cheol and bubbly Mi-ae, childhood neighbors, reconnect as seatmates before high-school exams.”
After School Lessons for Unripe Apples
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Synopsis
Reclusive, scarred Cheol and bubbly Mi-ae, childhood neighbors, reconnect as seatmates before high-school exams.
Kim Cheol detests nothing more than attention, yet his oppressive height and a scar under his eye make him stick out like a sore thumb. In contrast, Cheol's new seatmate, Hwang Mi-ae, is incredibly outgoing and the shortest in their class. They look comical next to each other, and to add to their embarrassment, their names are the same as those of a famous but extremely ridiculous dancing duo. Cheol struggles with controlling his temper and avoids others by any means necessary, while all Mi-ae is interested in are comics, her favorite boy band, and going out with her friends. However, he is her new neighbor, and they even knew each other in early childhood. Despite everyone's fear of Cheol, Mi-ae notices his awkwardness and selfless nature and tries to befriend him. He may be difficult to approach for now, but through the busy days of studying for the high school entrance exams, Cheol will soon become Mi-ae's most precious person.
What people say
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σ 0.43 · scores cluster tight
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Running avg · Jul 2022 → Apr 2024
- 10 “This series is a masterclass in slowburn romance, featuring incredibly well-written characters and intricate side character development that rivals the protagonists. While the current hiatus and...”
- 10 “After School Lessons for Unripe Apples excels as a realistic, relatable slice-of-life story that perfectly captures the essence of friendship and growing up against a nostalgic 90s backdrop. While...”
- 10 “This manhwa is a fantastic slice-of-life read featuring lovable characters who act their age, a realistic and gradual romance, and a dynamic, expressive art style. The story excels by grounding the...”
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A self-contained story.
No sequels, spin-offs or alternate tellings — After School Lessons for Unripe Apples begins and ends here.
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A Manhwa Publication
- Published Dec 2020 – ongoing
- Source Manhwa media type
- Ref. BS-M63035 catalog